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Fearing Israeli Attack, Iranian FM Attempts Support from Arab States
October 11, 2024 @ 09:52 AMFearing an imminent Israeli bombardment on its nuclear and energy facilities for its October 7 missile attack, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has concluded a whirlwind tour of its Arab neighbours to pressure the Israelis to sue for peace. Araqchis visit to Riyadh focused on regional security, despite recent improvements in Saudi-Iran relations
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First Sea Trials Begin for France’s FDI Frigate
October 11, 2024 @ 07:21 AMThe first sea trials for the Amiral Ronarc'h, the lead vessel of France's FDI (Frégates de Défense et d'Intervention) program, commenced in Lorient, France. Commissioned by the Armament General Directorate (DGA), this frigate is designed for the French Navy, following the launches of two FDI frigates for the Hellenic Navy—HS Kimon in October 2023 and HS Nearchos on 19 September 2024
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KNDS France Showcases Long-Range Capabilities of CAESAR 8×8 Self-Propelled Howitzer in Poland
October 10, 2024 @ 09:34 AMKNDS France has demonstrated the long-range firing capabilities of its 155 mm CAESAR 8×8 self-propelled howitzer (SPH) during trials at the Ustka firing range in Poland. Equipped with KNDS artillery ammunition, the CAESAR 8×8 fired beyond 42 km, according to an official statement from the company
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Anduril Unveils Bolt Family VTOL UAVs Combining Reconnaissance, Surveillance & Attack Functions
October 10, 2024 @ 08:04 AMAnduril has announced the launch of the Bolt family of man-packable, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) Autonomous Air Vehicles (AAVs), aimed at enhancing tactical capabilities for combat missions. The base model, Bolt, is designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) as well as search and rescue operations
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Leonardo to Upgrade UAE's Military Communications with Advanced Encryption
October 10, 2024 @ 05:46 AMLeonardo has signed a new contract to enhance the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) military communications network with encryption and security measures. The initiative aims to upgrade the UAE's defense communications infrastructure, ensuring enhanced data protection and resilience against cyber and physical threats
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Russia Restores ACARS Airline Communication System that was Unavailable due to Sanctions
October 9, 2024 @ 08:34 AMRussia has restored the Aircraft Communications, Addressing and Reporting System (ACARS) for its civil aviation carriers that was withdrawn by global providers following the Ukraine invasion in 2022. Infocom-Avia, a company of Rostec State Corporation, has signed an agreement with Russia's largest private carrier, S7 Airlines, on the commercial operation of a domestic ACARS service
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France Unveils Development of Next-Generation Stealth Combat Drone to Support Rafale F5...
October 9, 2024 @ 07:33 AMFrance has announced the development of a new unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) to bolster the future capabilities of the French Air Force. The stealth drone, set to complement the Rafale F5 fighter jets after 2030, was unveiled by Armed Forces Minister Sébastien Lecornu during a ceremony at the Saint-Dizier air base
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Russia Sharply Increases Delivery of Su-34 Warplanes; Fourth Batch Sent This Year
October 9, 2024 @ 07:01 AMRussia's Rostec announced the delivery of the fourth batch of Su-34 fighters on Tuesday, the second since September 2 and the fourth this year making it the most ordered plane by the Russian Aerospace Forces. The delivery coincides with the announcement by France of the donation
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First Test Firing of MBDA’s Aster 30 B1 NT Missile for SAMP-T...
October 9, 2024 @ 05:30 AMThe French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has conducted the first test firing of the Aster 30 Block 1 New Technology (NT) missile at the Biscarrosse testing site
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U.S. Approves $680M Sale to Italy for EA-37B Electronic Attack Systems...
October 8, 2024 @ 01:32 PMThe U.S
Russia’s Superjet Powered by Domestic PD-8 Engine Performs Maiden Flight
France to Offer Rafale Jets, SAMP/T Air Defense System to Countries Considering...
Iran-backed Houthi Rebels Target U.S. Aircraft Carrier Group Twice
Canada May Cut F-35 Order, Consider European Jet Fighters
U.S. Policy Threatening Lockheed Martin Billions in F-35 Cuts?
Americas policy of controlling F-35 usage, spares, and maintenance—combined with President Donald Trumps threats of trade wars with Europe, halted...
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...